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TBLISI, REPUBLIC OF GORGAS
14 September 2015
1st AD OPORD 14-01 (ATROPIAN IRON)
(U) References
(a) JOG-A series 1:250,000 scale NJ 38-3, NJ 38-4, NJ 38-7, NJ 39-1, NJ 39-5, NK 38-8, NK 38-9,
(b) NK 38-11, NK 38-12, NK 39-7, NK-39-10, NK 39-11
(c) FORSCOM Regulation 350-50-1 (20 JAN 10).
(d) III Corps OPLAN.
(e) World Equipment Guide.
(U) Time Zone Used Throughout the OPORD: ZULU
(U) Task Organization: Refer to Annex A
1. (U) Situation.
a. (U) Area of Interest. The 1st AD area of interest includes the airways and land areas of the provinces
surrounding the Vetlia, Erdabil, and Hackzi Provinces in Atropia and the Gilan Province in Donovia, (Refer
to Appendix 2 (Operations Overlay) to Annex C (Operations). In the west are the Atropian provinces of
Agdash and Muhksa through which 1AD’s lines of communication and supply pass. Further west is the
nation of Gorgas, where the Corps’ SPODs and APODs are located. To the east are the provinces of Hachzi
and Sirvaki, both critical as 1st AD considers the protection of its eastern flank. Vetlia contains the Gabala
Airport which serves as a major airbase for the Air Component, while Sirvaki Province, experiencing a lowlevel Lezgin insurgency, poses a threat to the Division’s right flank and rear areas.
b. (U) Area of Operations. The 1st AD area of operations includes the land areas and airways of the Atropian
provinces of Vetlia, Erdabil, the eastern portion of Agdash, the western portion of Hackzi and the southern
part of the Donovian Gilan Province where additional heavy Donovian (DON) ground forces are assembling.
Refer to Tab B (1AD Area of Operations Map) to Appendix 2 (Operations Overlay) to Annex C
(Operations).
(1) (U) Terrain. For details refer to Tab A (Terrain) to Appendix 1 (Intelligence Estimate) to Annex B
(Intelligence).
(2) (U) Weather. From October - March, the weather in the 1st AD AO impacts military operations in four
ways. First, the average daytime temperatures from October - March range in the high 30s at night and
mid 50s during the day. If Soldiers and Leaders do not ensure proper hydration and regular meals, the
likelihood of cold weather injuries greatly increases. In addition, long term use of vehicles and power
generation equipment during cold temperatures can result in equipment breakdown. With regard to
chemical weapons employment, non-persistent chemical attacks will dissipate more quickly during
high temperature time periods.
c. (U) Enemy Forces. Refer to Tab D (Intelligence Preparation of the Battlefield Products) to Appendix 1
(Intelligence Estimate) to Annex B (Intelligence).
(1) (U) Drivers of Instability.
(a)(U) Donovian Influence: Donovia’s political objectives are to reclaim territory which was
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previously held by the Donovian Empire, to establish control of key areas containing strategic
natural resources, and to unify the ethnic Bilasuvian people found in the three northern provinces
of Vetlia, Erdabil, and Hachzi. Perceiving the international community possesses little will to
contest its ambitions in the region; Donovia boldly seeks to shape conditions in those provinces
through a combination strategy employing a comprehensive INFOWAR campaign, political and
armed proxies, Commando actions inside neighboring states, and conventional forces. The end
state is Donovian control of the disputed area with sufficient military force to ensure a favorable
diplomatic solution resulting in a negotiated annexation of the provinces.
(b) (U) Donovian Military Forces. Indications point to deterrence failing; DON Army forces have been
conducting combined arms maneuver exercises for the past five months. Recently these exercises
have risen in scale to multidivisional-level offensive exercises integrating both surface-to-surface
and joint fires. There are also indications that the DON Army is establishing the infrastructure for
tactical assembly areas in numerous locations throughout the Gilan Province. These indications
and warnings support the assessment that the Donovian military is reaching the peak of offensive
preparations..
1. (U) Composition. OSC-S’s equipment and weapons largely reflect a Tier I capability
throughout. OSC-S possesses the equipment to operate in all terrain with the ability to
conduct successful day and night operations.
2. (U) Movement and Maneuver. The 81st Mechanized Division is OSC-S’s best equipped
unit, consisting of three Mechanized Infantry Brigades, and one Tank Brigade. The 81st
Division’s primary maneuver systems are BTR-90A’s and T-90’s.
3. (U) Intelligence. The 879th Information Warfare Brigade is OSC-S’s primary intelligence
collection and analysis element. The 879th Information Warfare Brigade is comprised of an
integration battalion, Human Intelligence (HUMINT) battalion, Signals Reconnaissance
battalion and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) battalion. OSC-S has not established an
OSC-level reconnaissance element, but all subordinate DTGs have reconnaissance
battalions.
4. (U) Fires. OSC-S has extensive Fires capabilities organized under an Integrated Fires
Command (IFC) comprised of the 82nd Combat Helicopter Brigade (HIND-E), 382nd
Artillery Brigade (G5, 2S5, 2S3) and the 388th Multiple Rocket Launcher Brigade (FAJR3, WM-80, FADJR-3). OSC-S also possesses Electronic Warfare (EW) capabilities from
the 879th IW Brigade’s EW battalion (TRC 274, R-330K, Aviaconversia GPS/GLONASS
Jammer).
5. (U) Sustainment. Each Division in OSC-S has an organic Material Support Brigade,
with no significant shortages at this time.
6. (U) Command and Control. Each Division has an organic Signal battalion while the 876th
Signal brigade supports at the OSC-S level.
(c) (U) Irregular Threats in Atropia.
1. (U) The Bilasuvar Freedom Brigade (BFB). The BFB is a nationalist separatist militant
faction operating within the Atropian border provinces, which supports Donovian
expansionist political ambitions. The BFB is centered in Erdabil and received
direction/support from Donovia for the following functions: operational direction,
financial aid, tactical training, and equipment (specifically with low-tech, high-payoff
weapons). They are conducting a campaign of violence and intimidation intended to
expel non-Bilasuvars and establish a Bilasuvar voting majority in all three provinces.
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(a) (U) The BFB primarily attacks soft targets such as relief convoys, government offices
in district capitals, economic targets, and non-Bilasuvar ethnic communities, mostly in
Erdabil Province and the northern portion of Vetlia Province.
(b) (U) From training camps inside Donovia’s Gilan Province, Donovian Commandos
(CMDO) train, organize, assist, and otherwise support insurgents for operations in
Atropia modeled after Hezbollah and its’ successful operations in Southern Lebanon.
It is assessed that Donovia will use the BFB as a surrogate force to augment and
complement their conventional military capability in the event of conflict with
Atropian and potentially U.S. forces.
2. (U) Provisional Army of Lezgin (PAL). The PAL is a small group of militants operating
within the Atropian provinces of southern Erdabil and western Hackzi. The PAL is made
up of ethnic Lezgins, primarily from southern Donovia, who are opposed to what they
perceive as unfair treatment of minority groups within Atropia and corruption within the
Atropian Government. The PAL conducts attacks in order to intimidate ethnic Atropians
and government officials, and influence on regional political issues.
3. (U) Organized Criminal Enterprises.
(a) (U) Al Iksir Cartel: The Al Iksir Cartel is an organized crime entity that operates a
transnational smuggling operation that is based in Gilan Province, Donovia. The cartel
uses Atropia as the crossroads for smuggling drugs into Donovia and other Western
countries. Their enterprise primarily focuses on drug smuggling, human trafficking,
money laundering, and illegal weapons transportation. The cartel maintains major
branches in Akhty, Donovia and Anykh in Erdabil Province, Atropia. The cartel deals
with the BFB and PAL as profit opportunities arise. Many of those involved in illegal
activities in Atropia live in IDP camps and blend in with the ethnic Atropians who fled
from southern Donovia.
4. (U) Commandos. Donovia will employ Special Purpose Forces (SPF) Commandos
(CMDO) in advance of an invasion to carry out direct action attacks against command and
control nodes, logistics capabilities, and population centers. Also, these forces will carry
out sabotage operations against transportation infrastructure in order to delay deployments
into theater and to deal a psychological blow to the U.S. and Host Nation images and to
publicize an instance of a military force defeat. The CMDOs will defend all sensitive
material sites in southern DON.
(d) (U) Enemy Courses of Action (COA). Refer to Appendix 1 (Intelligence Estimate) to Annex B.
(e) (U) Enemy Most Likely COA (MLCOA). OSC-S attacks with exploitation force (one DTG)
advancing from the east along AA5 IOT seize Vetlia, Erdabil and Hachzi Provinces.
(f) (U) Enemy Most Dangerous COA (MDCOA). OSC-S conducts a dispersed attack utilizing 2
DTGs assaulting along AA’s 1 and 5 to seize Vetlia, Erdabil and Hachzi Provinces.
d. (U) Friendly Forces.
(1) (U) Higher Headquarters Mission and Intent.
(a) (U) Combined Joint Task Force – Caucasus (CJTF-C) (two levels up).
1. (U) Mission. As requested by the Government of the Republic of Atropia (GoRA) CJTF-C
executes Flexible Deterrent Options to ensure Atropian sovereignty against Donovian
aggression. On order (O/O), CJTF-C deploys additional forces to the area of operations
and conducts unified action to deter Donovian aggression and, if deterrence fails, conduct
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decisive action to restore regional security.
2. (U) Commander’s Intent.
(a) (U) Expanded Purpose. The initial purpose of CJTF-C operations is the deterrence of
an attack against Atropia and, if deterrence fails, the defeat of offensive hostile
military forces, the expulsion of those forces from Atropian territory, and restoration
of the Atropia – Donovian internationally recognized border which includes a
demilitarized zone (DMZ) free of WMD sites in southern Donovia. The CJTF-C is
also charged to support the GoRA’s National Development Strategy (NDS), 20142020, especially, in training and advising Atropian military forces to develop security
force capacity.
(b) (U) End state. Regional States support Coalition intervention, Donovia deterred from
aggression and participating in diplomatic engagement with Atropia. If deterrence
fails, Donovian forces are defeated and expelled from and are incapable of violating
Atropian territory, thus, maintaining Atropia’s sovereignty. Regional State support to
irregular threats has ceased and such threats are neutralized. Regional transnational
threat networks and groups are unable to disrupt legitimate Atropian governance and
society. Regional States increase security force capacity (training, equipping, and
manning). Regional oil and gas infrastructure protected ensuring future economic
prosperity.
(2) (U) Missions of Adjacent Units.
(a) (U) Atropian Land Forces. (Initially, under control of Atropian National Command Authority –
During Phase I, TACON to JTF-P).
1. (U) 344th Mechanized Infantry Brigade – The 344 MECH is currently conducting a
screen mission along the international border in the eastern portion of the 1AD AO.
During Phase I operations, 344 MECH becomes TACON to 1 AD.
2. (U) 346th Mechanized Infantry Brigade – The 346 MECH is currently conducting a
screen mission along the international border in the western portion of the 1AD AO.
During Phase I operations, 346 MECH becomes TACON to 1 AD.
3. (U) 358th Aviation Brigade – The 358th is in TAA Samaxi in the southeastern portion of
1AD AO. During Phase I operations, 358th AVN becomes TACON to 1 AD.
(b) (U) U.S. Ground Forces.
1. (U) 1st Calvary Division – Occupies TAAs southwest of 1st AD AO in Agdash, Mukhsa,
Janga, and Agstafa Provinces. O/O, 1st Calvary Division conducts strategic deployment
to Intermediate Staging Base (ISB) ALEXANDRIA in the Republic of Gorgas (ROG),
marshals, and prepares for forward tactical movement to AO SHIELD in the Republic of
Atropia (ROA). O/O, Division deploys into AO SHIELD to posture for decisive
operations to defeat regional threats (Ariana, Donovia, and Minaria, respectively) and
neutralize insurgent threats IOT preserve or restore sovereignty and integrity of Atropia.
O/O, Division transitions control of AO SHIELD to ASF control and initiates
redeployment operations.
2. (U) 4th Infantry Division – Occupies TAAs southeast of 1st AD AO in Tramaz Province.
O/O, 4th Infantry Division conducts decisive operations in vicinity of TRAMAZ
Province to deter aggression by Arianan forces or Donovian irregular threats, and if
deterrence fails, conducts defensive, offensive, and stability operations to restore and
maintain internationally recognized boundaries, while safeguarding critical populations
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and resources. 4th ID is the JTF-P reserve throughout the campaign.
3. (U) 1st Infantry Division – Occupies TAAs south of 1st AD AO in Goychay, Hajigabul,
and Zardab Provinces. O/O, 1st Infantry Division conducts decisive operations in
Goychay Province to deter aggression by Arianan forces or Donovian irregular threats,
and if deterrence fails, conducts defensive, offensive, and stability operations to restore
and maintain internationally recognized boundaries, while safeguarding critical
populations and resources.
e. (U) Interagency, Intergovernmental, and Nongovernmental Organizations. Refer to Annex V for
Interagency Coordination.
(1) (U) United States Agency for International Development (USAID). USAID has been conducting
projects to enhance the health and educational well-being of the residents of Erdabil Province. Due
to the BFB violence over the past year, USAID withdrew its project team from Erdabil, while
continuing its projects in the more stable Vetlia Province.
(2) (U) Mercy Corps. Mercy Corps is a non-governmental organization (NGO) based in both the US and
UK that exists to alleviate suffering, poverty, and oppression. Mercy Corps programming in Atropia
includes community development, health care, microfinance & business development services. With
additional funding from USAID/OFDA, UNHCR and WFP, Mercy Corps is able to respond to IDP
crises. Mercy Corps serves as a direct implementing partner for UNHCR. Mercy Corps also
distributes food on behalf of the WFP.
(3) (U) World Islamic Humanitarian Aid Group (WIHAG). The WIHAG will assist with emergency
relief efforts, and intend to provide reconstruction and redevelopment efforts upon completion of
hostilities.
f. (U) Civil Considerations.
(1) (U) The majority of the population in Vetlia resides along HWY 56 and M4 in the southern part of
the province with the largest town, and the provincial capital, being Akdas. In Erdabil Province, the
majority of the population resides in the town of Anykh. Anykh is the economic and political center
for the province. The portion of the 1AD AO in the Hackzi Province contains small rural enclaves
located off of the RTE 4 corridor. The only major population center in the Gilan Province of
Donovia is Akhty, which is along the Caspian Sea. The rest of the population is dispersed throughout
the province in small rural enclaves and farms.
(2) (U) The Atropian Armed Forces have no units specifically designated as civil affairs units; however,
they are trained to conduct effective localized civil-military operations- type missions, to include
emergency disaster relief and population control operations during civil disturbances. Their capacity
to support IDP operations is limited but may vary depending on location. The country’s local and
central administrations will exercise jurisdiction as prescribed by their laws. Atropia’s emergency
legislation will supplement peacetime legal conditions and provide the legal prerequisites for
wartime administration.
g. (U) Attachments and Detachments. Refer to Annex A (Task Organization).
h. (U) Assumptions.
(1) (U) Flexible Deterrent Options have failed to deter Donovia aggression.
(2) (U) Donovia will employ the full range of capabilities within its disposal to include non- persistent
chemical munitions; proxy irregular forces (BFB and emerging Vetlian Bilasuvar separatist
elements); theater ballistic missiles ranging 1st AD troop concentrations, host-nation population
center, and economic infrastructure; Commandos conducting terrorist actions and sabotage against
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1st AD forces (LSAs, LOCs, and TAAs) and Atropian urban centers.
(3) (U) The Atropian 344th MECH, 346th MECH, and 358th AVN alone will be insufficient to stop a
Donovian invasion to seize Erdabil, Hachzi, and Vetlia Provinces.
2. (U) Mission. O/O, 1st AD conducts decisive operations in Vetlia, Erdabil, Hackzi Provinces, and
southern Donovia to deter, and defeat Donovian forces, neutralize insurgent and separatist elements,
seize key terrain and key facilities in sector. Conduct sensitive site exploitation IOT maintain Atropia’s
pre-conflict territorial integrity and eliminate Donovian threat capabilities. BPT assist the Government of
the Republic of Atropia (GoRA) to secure the population, provide humanitarian assistance, and reestablish local governance.
3. (U) Execution.
a. (U) 1st AD Commander’s Intent. The purpose of our operation is to ensure the territorial integrity of
Atropia. In the event of Donovian attacks, whether by conventional and unconventional forces or proxy
irregular forces, we will accomplish this by conducting a combination of Offensive, Defensive, and
Stability Operations in Atropia’s Erdabil, Vetlia, Hackzi Provinces, and southern Donovia. Our initial
decisive operation is destroying Donovia’s OSC-S Assault and Exploitation forces
b. (U) Key Tasks.
(a) (U) Defeat Donovian offensive capabilities south of the International Border.
(b) (U) Clear Donovian forces from Atropia.
(c) (U) Re-establish the international border.
(d) (U) Neutralize insurgent / separatist elements.
(e) (U) Facilitate Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) / Private Volunteer Organization (PVO)
humanitarian assistance to displaced civilians, refugees, and civilians impacted by the operation.
c. (U) End State. Donovia deterred from attack on Atropia or if deterrence fails, Donovian forces that entered
Vetlia, Hackzi, and Erdabil Provinces are destroyed, captured, or expelled. DMZ established in southern
Donovia. WMD sites secured and exploited. Separatist and anti- government elements are neutralized and
unable to influence the population of Atropia. 1st AD is prepared to transfer control to Atropian or UN
Observer Forces. Essential services are restored to the population and 1st AD is supporting governance and
infrastructure development. 1st AD forces are transitioning all stability and internal security operations to the
Governments of Atropia. 1st AD is initiating redeployment operations.
d. (U) Concept of Operations. 1st AD will conduct operations in four phases: (I) Deter – Force Build- Up. (II)
Seize the Initiative – Defense. (III) Dominate – Offense – Decisive Operations. (IV) Stabilize – Establish
Security / Restore Essential Services.
(1) (U) Phase I (Deter – Force Build-Up) Phase I begins with 1AD arrival at the APOD and SPOD (N-Day)
and ends with Donovia deterred, Unambiguous Warning of a Donovian attack issued (W- Day), or a
Donovian Attack without warning (D-Day).
(U) The purpose of this phase is to rapidly deploy 1AD forces into Atropia, array arriving force
packages, initially, in a manner portraying strength so as to deter Donovian aggression.1AD sets
conditions to conduct decisive actions in order to maintain Atropia’s territorial integrity in the event that
deterrence fails. This phase ends with the 1AD postured in sector with either Donovia adhering to
UNSCRs and no longer threatening Atropia, or declaration of W-Day or D-Day.
(2) (U) Phase II (Seize the Initiative – Defense) Phase II begins with W-Day or D-Day declared (O/A
W/D+10), and ends when Donovian forces attacking south into Atropia are no longer capable of
offensive operations.
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(3) (U) Phase III (Dominate – Offense – Decisive Operations) Phase III begins when Donovian forces are
no longer capable of offensive operations (estimated as 20 days from O/A D+10 to O/A D+30). Phase III
ends when Donovian forces are expelled from 1AD sector, 1AD holds key terrain and infrastructure in
southern Donovia’s Gilan Province (DMZ established), and sensitive site exploitation has been
completed.
(U) The purpose of this phase is to clear all Donovian forces from Atropian territory and set the
conditions for Phase IV by preventing Donovian ground counterattacks (DMZ) or use of WMD (site
seizure and exploitation).
(4) (U) Phase IV (Stabilize - Establish Security/Restore Essential Services) Phase IV begins when the DMZ
is established, WMD site exploitation completed and Donovia no longer can threaten Atropia via ground
or WMD attack from Gilan province, Donovia. Phase IV ends with 1AD units redeploying to home
station.
(U) The purpose of this phase is to set the conditions that will allow Atropian and/or UN forces to
provide for the security of GoRA. This includes military and police training/mentoring, support to NGOs
and PVO wrt providing humanitarian assistance to refugees and IDPs, and in returning IDPs to
population centers, and other stability tasks as assigned by the US Ambassador.
e. (U) Scheme of Maneuver.
(1) (U). Phase I (Deter- Force Build-Up). This phase begins with priority of force flow IAW the Time –
Phased Force Deployment List (TPFDL). All 1st AD elements conduct RSOI, move to designated
sectors/assembly areas (refer to Phase I graphics, Annex C, Appendix?), and prepare to defend in sector
or occupy forward TAAs.
(a) (U) 1-1 SBCT accept TACON 346th MECH Bde (Atropian) and prepare to defend in sector.
(b) (U) 2-1 HBCT accept TACON 344th MECH Bde (Atropian) and prepare to defend in sector.
(2) (U) Phase II (Seize the Initiative – Defense). This phase begins with CJTF-C declaring W- Day or
D-Day.
(a) (U) 1-1 SBCT defend in sector to destroy Donovian forces that penetrate south of PL
MICAH.
(b) (U) 2-1 HBCT defend in sector to destroy Donovian forces that penetrate south of PL
MICAH.
(3) (U) Phase III (Dominate – Offense – Decisive Operations). This phase begins when
Donovian forces can no longer conduct offensive operations.
(a) (U) 1-1 SBCT attack in zone to clear Donovian forces, secure key terrain and infrastructure and
establish a DMZ in zone between PL MICAH and PL IVAN, conduct WMD site seizure and
exploitation.
(b) (U) 2-1 HBCT attack in zone to clear Donovian forces, secure key terrain and infrastructure and
establish a DMZ in zone between PL MICAH and PL IVAN, conduct WMD site seizure and
exploitation.
(4) (U) Phase IV (Stabilize - Establish Security/Restore Essential Services). This phase begins when
Donovian forces are defeated or expelled from the Division AO, DMZ is established, and WMD sites
are secure and exploitation complete.
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(a) (U) 1-1 SBCT defend in sector against Donovian counterattack, secure WMD sites, conduct stability
operations in sector, and set the conditions to transfer security mission to Atropian and/or UN forces.
(b) (U) 2-1 HBCT defend in sector against Donovian counterattack, secure WMD sites, conduct
stability operations in sector, and set the conditions to transfer security mission to Atropian
and/or UN forces.
(5) (U) Scheme of Fires.
(a) (U) Purpose of Fires (ME, SE1, SE2, SE3): 1st AD synchronizes and masses fires to disrupt
Donovian rocket, artillery and mortar attacks and to neutralize insurgents, terrorists, IEDs, and
BFB or PAL ambushes against the 1st AD and the people of Atropia. Fires will accomplish this
objective with 4 Fire Support Tasks for the Main Effort and all Supporting Efforts through Phase
III.
1. (U) Fire Support Task 1: Suppress Enemy Air Defense (SEAD). Purpose: IOT interdict
Donovian ADA assets in the Division Battlespace and support 1st AD rotary and fixed
wing attacks by preventing loss of aircraft. Execution: SEAD is a continuous campaign to
engage the enemy Air Defense radar and ADA systems with destructive and suppressive
fires. Assessment: OSC-S Donovian Air Defense network suppressed before employed
effectively during rotary and fixed wing air missions.
2. (U) Fire Support Task 2: Destroy (30%) Donovian artillery (Proactive Fires / Reactive
Counterfire). Purpose: IOT deny enemy the ability to place massed fires on 1st AD forces.
Execution: DS, GS and GSR Artillery assets conduct proactive fires and Counterfire as
acquired. Assessment: Donovian Artillery unable to mass effects against 1st AD forces.
(b) (U) Restrictions: The 1st AD RFLs are the eastern and western 1st AD boundaries. Effective on
receipt of this order: Division FSCL is initially PL MICAH (International Border), O/O PL IVAN.
CFL is initially PL ALLEN, O/O PL IVAN.
(6) (U) Scheme of Electronic Warfare: 1st AD employs Electronic Attack (EA) effects to deny, disrupt
and neutralize DONOVIAN force’s communication systems and electronically suppress enemy IADS
capabilities through Phase III and Phase IV as required.
(a) (U) EW Task 1: Deny enemy tactical communication systems IOT degrade, disrupt or neutralize
the enemy’s ability to conduct C2 and coordinate attacks.
(b) (U) EW Task 2: Deny enemy use of portions of the Electromagnetic Spectrum (EMS) and
electronic protect techniques beyond 1AD’s collection capability IOT enhance 1AD SIGINT
efforts throughout the AO.
(7) (U) Scheme of Engineer Operations: 36th engineers BPT emplace obstacles ISO of 4-1 HBCT, 1-1
SBCT, 2-1 HBCT, and 3-3 CAV defense of PLs SAM, ALLEN, CLYDE, and MICAH (Phase I and
II). BPT conduct mobility operations in all zones (Phase III). Clear, maintain, and upgrade 1st AD
MSRs/ASRs south of PL JACK in Atropia to facilitate sustainment of the division in all phases.
(a) (U) Task (1): Employ situational obstacles assigned to EA as designated by 4-1, 2-1, 1-1 BCTs,
and 3-3 CAV in priority. Purpose: 1st AD prevents the 80th, 81st, and 84th DTGs from penetrating
PLs MICAH, CLYDE, ALLEN, and SAM. Method: In conjunction with maneuver elements
employ appropriate scatterable munitions and other CM systems. Endstate: Effective engagement
area(s) contribute to the defeat of Donovian threats between PLs MICAH and SAM in all
BCT/CAV sectors.
(b) (U) Task (2): Breach and/or bypass obstacles. Purpose: Assure the continuous mobility of 4-1
IBCT. Method: Effective task organization, uninterrupted resourcing and positive command and
control. Endstate: 4-1 IBCT quickly overcomes Donovian obstacles preserving momentum in the
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(9) (U) Tasks to Subordinate Units.
(a)(U) 1-1 SBCT.
1. (U) Establish defensive positions in sector between PLs MICAH and JACK IOT halt
Donovian attack south of PL MICAH.
2. (U) Accept TACON 346th MECH Bde (Atropian) IOT leverage 346th combat capability.
(b) (U) 2-1 HBCT.
1. (U) Establish defensive positions in sector between PLs MICAH and JACK IOT halt
Donovian attack south of PL MICAH.
2. (U) Attack in zone to clear Donovian forces, secure key terrain and infrastructure and
establish a DMZ in zone between the PL MICAH and PL IVAN, conduct WMD site
seizure and exploitation.
3. (U) Defend in sector against Donovian counterattack, secure WMD sites, conduct stability
operations in sector, and set the conditions to transfer security mission to Atropian and/or
UN forces.
(10) (U) Coordinating Instructions.
(a) (U) This OPORD becomes effective upon receipt.
(b) (U) CCIR.
1. (U) Priority Intelligence Requirements.
(a) (U) Phase I.
(i) (U) PIR #1: Will OSC-S, commit their Exploitation Force along RTE M1?
(ii) (U) PIR #2: Will OSC-S, execute ECOA 2?
(b) (U) Phase II.
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(i) (U) PIR #4: Will OSC-S, commit the 86 DTG in 4-1 HBCT sector?
(ii) (U) PIR #5: Have Donovian Forces penetrated 1-1 SBCT or 4-1 HBCT
defenses?
2. (U) Friendly Force Information Requirements (FFIRs).
(a) (U) Phase I.
(i) (U) FFIR #1: Status of 1st AD unit preparations for Phase II operations.
(ii) (U) FFIR #2: Loss of 1st AD Soldiers or Atropian Security Force personnel due
to attack by any threat element.
(b) (U) Phase II.
(i) (U) FFIR #5: Is the 344th (M), 346th (M), or 358th ANV BDE combat power less
than 65%?
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(ii) (U) FFIR #6: Are there any weather conditions that will restrict UAS or rotary
wing operations?
(c) (U) Phase III.
(i) (U) FFIR #8: Any maneuver element with combat power below 70%?
(ii) (U) FFIR #9: Any Cyber Attack to 1st AD digital network?
3. (U) Rules of Engagement. Refer to Appendix 11 (ROE) to Annex C (Operations).
4. (U) Risk Reduction Control Measures. Current MOPP level is ZERO. At W-Day MOPP
level is ONE. At Phase II, MOPP level is TWO. Fratricide avoidance: No vehicle may
depart LSA’s without an operational Blue Force Tracker Beacon. Minimum of two
vehicles with operational communications are required for movement outside 1AD
staging and assembly areas prior to Phase II.
(a) (U) All US ground vehicles will display markings IAW 1st AD TACSOP.
(b) (U) Non-US vehicles will display VS-17 panels as directed in the event similar
marking systems used by US vehicles is not feasible.
5. (U) United Nations Country Team (UNCT) Representatives. 4th MEB, and 15th SB, BPT
receive and integrate a UNCT Civilian-Military Coordinator from the UN Assistance
Mission to Atropia into brigade level inform and influence activities.
(a) (U) Background: The UN assistance mission to Atropia was mandated by a UN
Security Council Resolution in 1996 in response to the influx of ethnic Atropian’s
displaced by the Donovian government. The UN Country Team (UNCT), under the
leadership of the UN Resident Coordinator (RC), supports the Government in its
efforts to provide humanitarian assistance, refugee registration, and asylum
assistance to refugees and internally displaced persons. These objectives include:
(i) (U) Poverty Reduction aims to advance inclusive development, employment
creation and access to health, education and essential social services, especially
for vulnerable groups.
6. (U) Electronic Warfare Coordination Measures. Refer to Appendix 7 (Electronic
Warfare) to annex D (Fires).
4. (U) Sustainment. Refer to ANNEX F (SUSTAINMENT)
5. (U) Command and Signal.
a. (U) Command.
(1) (U) Location of Commander.
(a) (U). Phase I. Commander is located with DTOC vic. LSA LUCKY.
(b) (U). Phase II. Commander is located with DTOC vic. LSA LUCKY.
(c) (U). Phase III. Commander will be located with DTAC.
(d) (U). Phase IV. TBD
(2) (U) Succession of Command. DCG-O; DCG-S; CDR-2/1 HBCT; CDR- 4/1 HBCT; CDR-1/1
SBCT; CDR-3/1 HBCT.
(3) (U) Liaison Requirements. Each subordinate units will embed a liaison at the Division TAC located
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vic. TAA 3-1 during all phases of operation.
b. (U) Signal.
(1) (U) Current SOI is in effect.
(a) (U) 1st AD Tactical hub will be installed in LSA LUCKY by Phase I.
(b) (U) Signal assets will provide mobile and static Network Capability to national forces as well as
connectivity to multinational forces throughout the operation.
(c) (U) 1st AD organic signal assets will provide strategic backbone network to 1AD forces
operating in all three Atropian Provinces and in southern Donovia.
ACKNOWLEDGE:
SWEENEY
MG
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